Friday FIVE: October 2 - Suffering and Glory

from Musically Speaking Hosted by Jarrod Richey

Reginald Heber’s “The Son of God Goes Forth to War” is a familiar hymn text in many Christian traditions, but one lesser-known setting brings out something different in it. In this episode, I reflect on Leonard Payton’s Dorian setting of the hymn and the way its musical character holds together suffering, sacrifice, solemnity, and hope. Rather than turning the text into a simple victory march, the tune gives it a processional dignity that lets the words breathe. I also consider why a strong hymn text can sustain more than one musical setting, and why this one deserves to stand alongside the better-known alternatives. The Friday FIVE is a weekly five-minute podcast series from Musically Speaking that features five minutes of music commentary, examples, and recommendations from Jarrod Richey. Here’s a link to a recording from Redeemer Presbyterian Church in Austin, TX: https://redeemerpres.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/11/The-Son-of-God-Goes-Forth-to-War.mp3 This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit jarrodrichey.substack.com

Episode details come from the podcast's RSS feed.

Embed this episode

Attribution link and audio player

Ready to play

Friday FIVE: October 2 - Suffering and Glory

0:00 5:00

No transcript yet.

Requests help us decide what to transcribe next.

Share this episode

Similar podcasts

Never Alone Infertility Morgan and Madison Never Alone is a podcast for women navigating infertility, loss, and everything in between. We’re two friends whose paths intertwined during our own walks through infertility, and we understand how isolating and overwhelming the process can be. From the uncertainty of IVF to the heartache of miscarriage and the patience required in moments of waiting, we’re here for you.Join us each week as we have real and raw conversations about the challenges and emotions of walking through infertility and loss – both from our own experiences and speaking with other women. We’re glad you’re here, and hope you feel seen, supported and most of all know that you’re never alone. Mufti Menk Muslim Central Mufti Menk, (Doctor, Mufti, Ismail Menk) is a leading global Islamic scholar born and raised in Zimbabwe. He studied Shariah in Madinah and holds a Doctorate of Social Guidance from Aldersgate University.Mufti Menk’s work has gained worldwide recognition and he has been named one of “The Top 500 Most Influential Muslims in the World” since 2010.He has millions of followers across his social media platforms. Mufti Menk’s personable style and down to earth approach has made him one of the most sought after scholars in our time. He has endeared himself to people with his much loved lecture series, a Mufti Menk hallmark.He travels the world spreading a simple but profound message: “Do good, help others while preparing for the Hereafter”.He is active in the international arena and is a strong proponent of peace and justice, speaking up against all forms of terrorism.

Frequently asked questions

How long is this episode of Musically Speaking?

This episode is 5 minutes long.

When was this Musically Speaking episode published?

This episode was published on October 2, 2026.

Can I download this Musically Speaking episode?

Yes. Use the download control on the episode player to save the publisher-provided media file.